Aged and Home Care Worker

Kirinari-Community-Services-Ltd; Ballarat; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Consistent client schedules

Paid training and development

Career progression opportunities

Health and wellbeing programs

Supportive leadership team

Employee recognition program

Job summary

Kirinari provides support to older Australians to maintain independence and quality of life. You will assist with daily tasks, personal care, meal prep, transport, shopping and social activities, building trusting relationships with clients and their families.

Join a team that values ongoing training, flexible schedules, and meaningful community impact while supporting clients to remain in their homes safely.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in aged care, home care or community care.
• Current Driver Licence and vehicle
• National Police Check and NDIS Worker Check
• Australian working rights

Responsibilities

• Domestic assistance
• Personal care
• Meal preparation
• Transport to appointments
• Shopping and errands
• Community participation
• Social support and companionship

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Caring and person-centred

Time management

Reliability

Passion for supporting older

Job description

Support Independence. Build Meaningful Connections. Make Every Day Matter.

At Kirinari, we believe great care starts with great people.

We're looking for experienced, compassionate Aged & Home Care Workers in Ballarat VICwho are passionate about helping older Australians remain independent, connected and safe in their own homes.

This is more than a job. It's an opportunity to build lasting relationships, provide meaningful support, and join a team that values and invests in its people.

Why Our Team Stays

• They build ongoing relationships with regular clients


• They feel supported by approachable leaders


• They have flexibility without sacrificing stability


• They receive ongoing training and development


• They are recognised for the difference they make


• Their wellbeing is genuinely valued

About the Role

You will support older Australians to maintain their independence and quality of life by assisting with:

• Domestic assistance (this is often the largest part of your day)


• Personal care


• Meal preparation


• Transport to appointments


• Shopping and errands


• Community participation


• Social support and companionship

What Success Looks Like

Success is helping someone:

• Remain safely at home


• Maintain dignity and independence


• Stay connected to family and community


• Enjoy greater confidence and wellbeing


• Continue living life on their terms

We'd Love to Hear from You If You Have:

• At least 2 years' experience in aged care, home care or community care


• Strong communication and relationship-building skills


• A caring and person-centred approach


• Excellent time management and reliability


• A genuine passion for supporting older Australians

Essential Requirements

• Current Driver Licence


• Reliable and insured vehicle


• Current First Aid & CPR


• National Police Check


• NDIS Worker's Check


• Australian working rights

What We Offer

• Consistent client schedules


• Paid training and development


• Career progression opportunities


• Health and wellbeing programs


• Supportive leadership team


• Employee recognition program

Diversity & Inclusion

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and supported.

If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference while building a long-term career, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications close Friday 17th October at 5.00pm.

Due to the high volume of applications, the interview process may commence before the closing date.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia.

Kirinari embrace Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) that promotes a diverse workforce and encourage applications from First Nations & Torres Strait Islander Peoples and applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds. People of all ages and abilities including people with lived experience or knowledge of disability are also encouraged to consider a career with us.